In a devastating turn of events, popular TikTok star ThatGirlBritneyJoy, known by her real name Britney Joy Murphy, and her mother, Sherie Smith, have been identified as victims in a violent car accident
The incident occurred in Houston, Texas, as the mother and daughter were en route to a nearby park to attend a Juneteenth celebration.
TikTok star Britney Joy Murphy and her mother Sherie Smith die in car accident, cause of death and obituary
The collision, which claimed the lives of 35-year-old Britney Murphy and her 60-year-old mother, Sherie Smith, unfolded shortly after they had left the home of Britney’s sister, Tiffany Cofield. Tiffany, who was heading home herself, unexpectedly came across the accident scene.
I am so freakin sad! One the funniest girls on TikTok and her mother passed away yesterday and I am just at a complete lost for words. Rest well ThatGirlBritneyJoy. She made getting ready for a 9-5 absolutely hilarious and relatable 🩵🫶🏾🥺 pic.twitter.com/evVak6TQlg
— Mi 🥀 (@miseanclaronn) June 21, 2023
“It looked like her car, and everybody, when I was walking up, said a mom and daughter died, and I knew they had left, and knew the only mom and daughter would be my mom and sister,” shared Tiffany in an emotional interview with ABC 13.
According to Houston police, Britney Murphy was behind the wheel when their vehicle was struck by a truck. The investigation into the incident is still ongoing, and no charges have been filed at this time.
ThatGirlBritneyJoy’s sister expresses grief
Tiffany, overwhelmed with grief, expressed her everlasting love for her mother and sister, stating, “There will never be a time when I won’t miss my mother and my sister. They were my best friends. They were everything.”
Britney Joy, as she was widely known on TikTok as ThatGirlBritneyJoy, had garnered a significant following on the platform due to her unique sense of humor. In just four months, her TikTok page grew from 4,000 to an impressive 400,000 followers. Her videos received over 12.7 million likes, solidifying her presence as a fast-growing star in the TikTok community.
“I was so proud of her,” Tiffany fondly recalled, highlighting her sister’s achievements.
Tragically, Britney Murphy’s last TikTok video was posted on the same day as her untimely demise. Titled “POV: YOU FORGOT ITS JUNETEENTH. NO WORK TODAY!” the video depicted Britney getting ready for work before realizing she had the day off for the holiday. In the footage, she can be seen enjoying a bottle of wine and relaxing on the couch.
Fans mourn the loss of ThatGirlBritneyJoy
Since news of her passing broke, ThatGirlBritneyJoy’s fans have inundated the comment section of her videos with heartfelt messages. Expressing shock and disbelief, one fan wrote, “I cannot believe she passed away!!! No f**king way!!” Another fan extended their condolences to the family, saying, “RIP to her and her mom & my condolences to their family.” A third individual reminisced about the joy Britney brought to their lives, saying, “Rest in peace girl, I will miss watching your 9-5 videos. You brought all of us joy.”
In the wake of this tragic loss, it is the vibrant and spirited lives of Britney Murphy AKA ThatGirlBritneyJoy and her mother that should be remembered. Their impact and the love they shared with those around them serve as a lasting testament to the beautiful souls they were. As the TikTok community mourns the loss of one of their rising stars, the memories and inspiration left behind by Britney Joy will forever be cherished.
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